Hi, I'm Radhika, an industrial designer who creates with heart and playfulness, turning everyday objects into cherished experiences. I blend human-centered research, hands-on prototyping, and visual storytelling to deliver products that are both beautiful and practical. My approach balances craft, production feasibility, and brand language to drive meaningful outcomes. I've collaborated on various projects, from the US to India, designing for retail, home goods, and play. Looking forward to collaborating and adding a touch of emotion to the next project!

Radhika Wadhwa

Hi, I'm Radhika, an industrial designer who creates with heart and playfulness, turning everyday objects into cherished experiences. I blend human-centered research, hands-on prototyping, and visual storytelling to deliver products that are both beautiful and practical. My approach balances craft, production feasibility, and brand language to drive meaningful outcomes. I've collaborated on various projects, from the US to India, designing for retail, home goods, and play. Looking forward to collaborating and adding a touch of emotion to the next project!

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Hi, I’m Radhika, an industrial designer who creates with heart and playfulness, turning everyday objects into cherished experiences. I blend human-centered research, hands-on prototyping, and visual storytelling to deliver products that are both beautiful and practical. My approach balances craft, production feasibility, and brand language to drive meaningful outcomes.

I’ve collaborated on various projects, from the US to India, designing for retail, home goods, and play. Looking forward to collaborating and adding a touch of emotion to the next project!

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Freelance Industrial Designer at ORBIT WORKSPACES
July 1, 2025 - Present
Produced 3D product visualizations and marketing materials to support B2B communication and brand storytelling. Executed design, marketing, and administrative tasks, managing content, vendors, and user-generated assets. Combined creative design skills with organizational and marketing insight to deliver cohesive, high-quality and profitable outcomes.
Industrial Design Intern at GENERAL POPULACE
June 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Investigated and documented the integration of AI tools across the industrial design workflow to identify opportunities for enhanced efficiency and creativity. Assessed AI's effectiveness versus human-led design methods, providing insights to refine the studio's design approach.
Industrial Design Intern at SIDEWAYS CONSULTING
April 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Designed tabletop games and STEAM-based play products for Hamleys, focusing on engagement, usability, and playful interaction. Conducted user testing across age groups to refine design outcomes and enhance intuitive play experiences. Collaborated with marketing and sourcing teams to align concepts with production feasibility and brand strategy. Supported vendor coordination and documentation, ensuring design clarity throughout development.
Contract Industrial Designer at 30 WATT
January 1, 2022 - April 1, 2022
Designed a giftable home accessory that reflected the brand's humor-driven identity and aligned with defined cost and market parameters. Developed iterative prototypes and manufacture-ready CAD, refining the design through testing and hands-on feasibility studies across varied user scenarios. Delivered end-to-end product solutions, integrating creativity with production knowledge to ensure functionality, quality, and scalability.
Industrial Design Intern at HETTICH
September 1, 2020 - October 1, 2020
Explored applications of Hettich fittings in small-space interiors to enhance spatial efficiency and functionality. Designed concept furniture systems integrating hardware in creative, value-adding ways to optimize use of limited space. Applied practical and spatial design thinking to connect aesthetic appeal with everyday usability.
Industrial Design Intern at BAMBOOPECKER
May 1, 2019 - June 1, 2019
Designed and hand-built bamboo furniture and home accessories for retail, adapting forms to the material's natural properties and fabrication methods. Collaborated with artisans and craftspeople to translate design intent into functional, handcrafted products sold in-store. Gained hands-on experience in material-driven design, balancing craft, usability, and small-scale production efficiency.

Education

M.A. in Industrial Design at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)
September 1, 2023 - March 1, 2025
Bachelor of Design in Industrial Arts and Design Practices at Srishti Institute of Art Design and Technology, Bangalore, India
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

1st Place - 30 Watt Home Accessory Design Challenge
January 1, 2021 - February 12, 2026
Design Research and Insight Translation
April 1, 2024 - February 12, 2026
Offsite by Advanced Design
February 1, 2021 - May 1, 2021

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Retail, Education, Gaming, Media & Entertainment